Any new opportunity to enjoy the iconic scenery of the San Francisco Bay is something to celebrate. The new Judge John Sutter Regional Shoreline park offers just that with fresh vistas and new amenities on the Oakland waterfront for hikers, sightseers and bicyclists. Judge John Sutter Shoreline Opens East Bay Times reported the park open […]
Cyclists know they must contend with many challenges when they ride. The physical exertion, the wind, sun, or rain, and on many rides a constant stream of vehicle traffic are all common obstacles. And riders will always be at risk on Davis streets when drivers become so easily distracted. Davis and Yolo County actually rate […]
A bicyclist traveling during morning or evening rush hour can face more risk of accidents from heavier traffic and more distracted drivers at the wheel. A careless driver can forget to check mirrors and blind spots before a move and suddenly present a giant and dangerous obstacle to a bicyclist traveling nearby. The dangers are […]
The battle for micromobility superiority in San Francisco continues with a new option available for people who travel by app swipes and rideshares. Over 400 Revel electric mopeds hit the streets of San Fran in late August 2020. The city joins Oakland and Berkley where Revel E-mopeds have already been available for some time. The […]
A cyclist is usually the most vulnerable person on the street anytime they ride. What seems like a small impact in a car, truck or SUV can be devastating for someone on a bicycle. Collisions can cause severe injuries and even result in a tragic death. Distracted drivers are common hazards for cyclists in San […]
September has already been a dangerous month for people using alternative forms of transportation around San Francisco. Over the course of a scary week on local streets, a cyclist was hit, a child on a scooter was struck by a car and a skateboarder was also hit by a vehicle. Deadly San Francisco Bicycle Collision […]
We want to first say to anyone in the path of a wildfire or to anyone who’s already lost something or someone in the wildfire, you are in our thoughts. Stay safe. For bicyclists in the Bay Area it can be a bleak view looking out over the skylines (if you can still see that […]
Northern California can serve up some of the most beautiful bicycle rides in the world. Whether you prefer the fresh, sea air on a coastal trip or the cool, crisp air on a higher elevation ride NorCal aims to please. A biking vacation can provide plenty of routes to lead you away from the gridlock […]
Bicyclists should be ensured a safe trip no matter when they choose to take their ride. Yet, statistics show there are safer times to be on the road and potentially more dangerous times. After dark is always a hazardous time for a ride. There’s usually much less traffic, but if motorists claim they have trouble […]
A bicycle accident can be dangerous at any time of day. As long as there are distracted drivers out, a rider must be cautious at all times. A nighttime ride can be particularly treacherous. Bicycle collision statistics show that 6 pm to 9 pm is the most dangerous time to be out on a bike, […]